01-24- 3931 Portage Road and Vacant Lot Adjacent to and West of 3931 Portage Road Rezoning

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Staff Report-PC#0186-24 1/16/2024 The petition with City Plan, South Bend Comprehensive Plan (2006), Objective LU 2.2 Pursue a mix of land uses along major corridors and other locations identified on the Future Land Use Map. 2. Current Conditions and Character: The current character of the area is commercial to the south with the parcel to the north being the northern most portion of the City along Portage Avenue. 3. Most Desirable Use: The most desirable use of the property is one that allows for the development of commercial uses in a manner that is compatible with the existing commercial uses nearby. 4. Conservation of Property Values: With proper buffering and design, the proposed development should not have significant impact on surrounding property values. 5. Responsible Development and Growth: It is responsible development and growth to allow for the commercial development along a major thoroughfare. Analysis & Recommendation Commitments: There are no commitments at this time. Analysis: Rezoning the western lot adjacent to 3931 Portage Avenue will allow for cohesive site development along a major commercial corridor. The proposed projcet can serve to transition from the more intesne commetcial uses to the south to the residential areas to the north. The eastern portion of the property (3931 Portage Ave) is already zoned C Commercial. Recommendation: Based on the information available prior to the public hearing, Staff recommends the Plan Commission send the rezoning petition to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation. SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4